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Mar 1 / BARD CEP

Director of Program Advancement-Accokeek, MD,US.

Organization: Alice Ferguson Foundation

Position Title: Director of Program Advancement

Location: Accokeek, MD,US.

Hours and Compensation:  Full time. Competitive benefits package and salary, commensurate with experience.

Application Deadline: Not listed.

 

Overview:

The Alice Ferguson Foundation (AFF), a leader in providing quality environmental education experiences in the Washington DC metro region, seeks a dynamic, proven fundraising and program management professional to serve as Director of Program Advancement for its nearly 60-year old suite of multi-faceted and impactful programs.

Position Summary:

As a member of the AFF Senior Management team, the Director of Program Advancement will lead efforts to chart the course for sustainability through development of major gifts and cultivation of individual donors, oversight of a robust and successful grants program, completion of a $16 million capital campaign, and direction of all other aspects of the organization’s fund development program. The Director of Program Advancement will also oversee and integrate environmental education and advocacy program efforts with fund development goals to enhance the effectiveness of the organization as AFF seeks to actualize its vision of a world where all people are connected to nature and inspired to take actions to sustain the natural environment. The incumbent will report to the Executive Director and supervise three program managers and their respective teams in the education, advocacy and development departments.

Requirements:

Successful candidates will be self-starters with demonstrated leadership and management experience who have a proven track record of success in major gifts solicitation, capital campaigns, and annual fund campaigns. A strong commitment to the environment and an understanding of policy-making at state and local levels is important. Experience in the environmental education arena and knowledge of environmental education criteria and evaluation methods is a plus. Excellent oral, written and solid relationship building skills are essential as are knowledge of charitable giving laws and compliance regulations and experience in budgeting, operating plan development, report analysis, and performance evaluation. Experience with Donor Perfect is a plus. Applicants should have a relevant Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of seven years of fundraising experience.

A competitive benefits package and salary, commensurate with experience, along with a dynamic and collaborative working environment are among the advantages of working at the Alice Ferguson Foundation.

This announcement will remain open/active until position is filled by the ideal candidate.

How to apply:

To apply, email cover letter and resume to[email protected].